Author Archives: Francesca De Grandis

First Drafts

Are either of these pieces any good? I would love opinions. Thanks! Hanging by a spider-woven thread. We watch the eagles and remain unchanged? Continue reading

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Domesticity

Picture-poem, story, prayer, affirmation, hope, or all of these. Domesticity: Relaxed mind, calm home, the right foods, plenty of sleep, renewal, rest, peace. Continue reading

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Rewriting Hell. Writers are Crazy People.

I had to take a pic of this. Rewriting Hell. The long dreaded, umpteenth million—but final—rewrite of the book. Writers are crazy people. Continue reading

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Spring Is Here, Cleanse the Palate Salad

Freshen the palate for delicious spring foods that will soon be in season; and an exercise to freshen the spirit after winter — it cleanses away mental winter grunge. Continue reading

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Fairy Pin Contest

Fairy Pin Contest. Easy to enter. Feel free to tempt this fairy to your home when you post here! Continue reading

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Herbs are Poetry.

Poetry is not just words on a page. Life is poetry. Herbs are poetry. I love St. John’s wort and oatstraw. Our approach to holistic healing has to become more holistic. Continue reading

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Supporting a Person with Disabilities: Ask; Ask How; Dialog; Listen.

Supporting a Person with Disabilities: Ask; Ask How; Dialog; Listen. Part One in a Series about the Hidden Life of Disabled People Continue reading

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Romantic Weekend, Straight Up

Romantic Weekend, Straight Up: Please don’t have lonely weekend or be without love. Continue reading

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Gratitude Gallery

Gratitude Gallery: to thank friends for art supplies, plus share recent artwork. Filigree jewelry, vintage doilies, dye art, wearable art, hand-painted clothing. Continue reading

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Listen To Wind

Francesca De Grandis: “Stories about my cats have always helped me express myself as a teacher. For example, cats reveal life’s chaos to be God’s kind, mischievous lessons.” Continue reading

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